China's economy started 2025 on solid footing, bolstered by a structural shift toward domestic demand and innovation, positioning the country to better weather global uncertainties.

China's gross domestic product expanded by 5.4% year-on-year to 31.88 trillion yuan ($4.35 trillion) in the first quarter, the same pace as the previous quarter, official data showed on April 16th, posting a steady recovery despite headwinds and mounting uncertainties.

（作者：龙李华,林潢 编辑：黄子豪）